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A gold cagework box set with painted porcelain plaques by Jean-Georges Baltz (1760-1831), probably German, mid 19th century
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- A gold cagework box set with painted porcelain plaques by Jean-Georges Baltz (1760-1831), probably German, mid 19th century
- porcelain, gold
- 9.2 cm., 3 5/8 in. wide
the six rectangular panels painted with tavern subjects after the manner of van Ostade. the base panel signed: Baltz, the gold mounts richly cast and chased with dolphins and shells entwined with marine foliage or acanthus, apparently unmarked apart from later French control mark (charançon) and an unidentified control mark
Provenance
The Collection of the Duke of Cambridge (according to Christie's sale catalogue);
The Property of a Lady of Title, Christie's Geneva, 14-15 November 1983, lot 633
The Property of a Lady of Title, Christie's Geneva, 14-15 November 1983, lot 633
Condition
An unusual and interesting box in excellent condition throughout.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
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